Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Lab Assistant, you will play a crucial role in solving diagnostic mysteries, bringing us one step closer to effectively treating patient illnesses and injuries.

Every day you will utilize your expertise and our advanced technology to precisely collect, prepare, and process a diverse range of patient specimens (blood, urine, tissue, etc.) for various diagnostic tests.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a foundational understanding of laboratory procedures, demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, and maintain an eager commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Provides a safe environment for patients, families and customers based on age-specific needs. E: No complaints and at least 2 validated examples of self initiated actions that make the environment safe for any age group. M: 0-2 validated complaints or observations of failure to provide safety related to age-specific needs of any age group. DNM: Three or more validated complaints or observations of failure to provide for safety related to age-specific needs of any age group.Accurately labels specimens. E: N/A M: No patient ID errors per year. DNM: One or more patient ID errors per year, or does not consistently use the Hand Held Specimen Collection system, or retraining or corrective action requiredUse standard technique, successfully collects blood either by venipuncture or capillary puncture, following established procedures and protocols. E: Often provides co-worker support with difficult collections. Fully competent in the collection of venipuncture and capillary blood collections on patients including newborns. M: Successfully collects blood within 2 attempts, at a rate of one collection per 5-10 minutes. Meets goal of 30 minutes from order to in-lab time 80% of the time for STAT draws. Prioritizes work appropriately. Seldom requires support from a co-worker and no patient complaints. If required, can perform capillary blood collections on newborns but not always successfully in the attempt. DNM: Frequently requires support from a co-worker, or retraining or corrective action.The department as a whole, meets lab and hospital QM/QI monitor targets for timely collection and transport of blood specimens. E: Lab exceeds current for specimen collection. M: Lab meets goal 30 minutes from order to in-lab time 80% of the time for STAT draws and meets goals of other Lab Council and hospital initiatives involving specimen collection. DNM: Lab does not meet current goals for specimen collection.Communication techniques result in understanding of all ages served. (Non applicable for non patient care assignments). E: No complaints and at least 2 validated observations of outstanding communication techniques. M: Zero-2 validated complaints or observations of failure to use age-specific communication techniques. DNM: Three or more validated complaints or observations of failure to use age-specific communication techniques.The department, as a whole, meets current Lab Council patient satisfaction goals for the assigned facility. E: Lab exceeds current Lab Council goal for patient satisfaction. M: Lab meets current Lab Council goal for patient satisfaction. DNM: Lab does not meet current Lab Council goal for patient satisfaction.
Job Requirements

Required

6 months experience in a Microbiology Laboratory and/ or Microbiology Coursework., upon hire and6 months experience in an acute care facility., upon hire

Where You'll Work

Nestled in the heart of East Sacramento, Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement, Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center, Ventricular Assist Device, and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars, Practice Green Health 2021, Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade "A", Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission, vision, and values.  

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.